Czech lawmakers visit Armenian Genocide memorial October 4, 2017 - 15:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A delegation of Czech lawmakers, accompanied by member of Armenian parliament Vardan Bostanjyan on Wednesday, October 4 visited the Genocide memorial in Yerevan. The guests laid flowers at the eternal fire and paid tribute to the memory of 1.5 million innocent victims with a moment of silence. Also, the MPs toured the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute (AGMI) to learn more about the tragedy and watch the exhibits displayed there, with president of the Czech Senate Milan Štěch leaving a note in the book of memories. Some three dozen countries, hundreds of local government bodies and international organizations have so far recognized the killings of 1.5 million Armenian in the Ottoman Empire as genocide. Turkey denies to this day.   Top stories A Facebook post by the Armenian Embassy in the United Arab Emirates broke the news September 19. The Armenian government on September 19 approved the opening of embassies in Israel and Ethiopia. The report found 4,839 editorials and news reports targeting national, ethnic and religious groups. Armenians worldwide are celebrating the 28th anniversary of the proclamation of Artsakh Republic on September 2.   Partner news |  Topic Latest news Armenia Wine's cognac wins silver at Int'l Wine & Spirit Competition  Cognac produced by Armenia Wine has recently won a silver medal in the International Wine & Spirit Competition.Russia readying to stop servicing Armenian Railways Russian state-owned railway company Russian Railways is preparing to break the agreement with the Armenian authorities.Court upholds decision to keep Armenia ex-President in custody Both Kocharyan's supporters and opponents are currently protesting in front of the court in the Armenian capital.Study: Dreams help the brain forget useless memories When you sleep, your brains clear out the memories you've made while you're awake, deciding what to keep and what to discard. |
